About Queensland Raceway
Queensland Raceway in Willowbank is one of South-East Queensland's premier motorsport facilities and the region's main permanent road circuit. The headline layout is the 3.126 km National Circuit, known to local racers as the "Paperclip" for its long straights linked by tight loops, and the venue can also run shorter Clubman, Sprint and Sportsman configurations. It is a working race circuit that hosts everything from club track days and motorcycle ride days to national race meetings, drift competitions, learner-driver nights and major spectator events. The public can get on track too — through track days with their own car, or by booking a V8 drive experience, hot laps or a drift experience run at the circuit. Long-running and recently upgraded, it remains a fixture of Queensland motorsport and an easy day trip from Brisbane.
3.126 km National CircuitThe "Paperclip"Track & ride daysV8 drive experiencesDrift & race meetings
FAQ
Can the public drive at Queensland Raceway?
Yes. You can take part in open track days and ride days with your own roadworthy car or bike, or book a V8 drive experience, hot laps or a drift experience — no race licence is needed for the drive experiences.
How long is the circuit?
The main National Circuit — nicknamed the "Paperclip" — is 3.126 km. Shorter Clubman (2.11 km), Sprint (1.89 km) and Sportsman (2.15 km) layouts are also used for different events.
Why is it called the "Paperclip"?
Local racers nickname the National Circuit the "Paperclip" because of its layout — long straights linked by tight hairpin-style loops at each end, resembling a paperclip shape.
What events are held here?
Queensland Raceway hosts club and national race meetings, Supercars support events, ASBK motorcycle racing, drift competitions, roll racing, learner-driver nights and regular track and ride days.
Do I need any experience or a licence?
Drive experiences are designed for the public and don't require a race licence. Own-car track days need a roadworthy vehicle and appropriate safety gear; confirm the current age, licence and scrutineering requirements when booking.